Migraine Healing Oasis

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  Ep 26. Dr. Michael Dow | How PRT Changed This Clinician's Practice — and Healed His Own Migraines 30.06.2026 59min

  Send us Fan Mail Dr. Michael Dow on healing migraines and his work with PRT, EAET, Stress, and Relational Soothing Psychotherapist Dr. Michael Dow shares his recovery from chronic weekly headaches and vestibular migraine symptoms that began around 2014 and worsened during COVID while he managed a high-stress integrated health clinic in the Boulder, Colorado area. He describes how mindfulness training alone didn’t prevent symptoms, and how discovering Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) through th...
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  Ep 25. Dr. Howard Schubiner: The Real Cause of Migraine and How You Can Unlearn Your Pain 02.06.2026 1h 8min

  Send us Fan Mail If you're looking for real migraine relief, this conversation reframes everything you've been told. In this episode I talk with Dr. Howard Schubiner, an internist, paediatrician, researcher, educator, author, and clinical professor at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. We talk about migraine through a neuroplastic pain lens and insights from his newly released book, "Unlearn Your Pain" (May 26, 2026). Dr. Schubiner explains that migraine c...
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  Ep 24. Complex Emotions on Mother’s Day 10.05.2026 22min

  Send us Fan Mail Mother’s Day can bring a mix of emotions. This year, I'm navigating my first without a mother, and it's been complicated. In this episode, I talk about how this holiday can be painful and emotionally complex for many people for a variety of reasons. There can be conflicted feelings underneath—resentment, tenderness, guilt, shame, love, and grief—emotions that can coexist and are completely normal. 00:00 First Mothers Day Without Mom 02:19 Grief In Public Spaces 04...
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  Ep 23. 7 Less Migraine Days Per Month! - EAET for Migraine - New Study Results 05.05.2026 1h 7min

  Send us Fan Mail What if expressing avoided emotions could actually reduce migraine? That's exactly what the research is starting to show — and in this episode, I sit down with Dr. Dan Kaufmann, research assistant professor at the University of Utah and a scientist who went from developing pharmaceutical compounds for migraine prevention to exploring how unresolved emotions and adverse life experiences may be driving factors of migraine. Dr. Kaufmann recently published preliminary results of ...
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  Ep 22. Chelsea's Healing Journey - Migraine Relief After 45 Years!! 07.09.2025 1h 6min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Chelsea Emery, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming chronic migraines and other neuroplastic symptoms through a mindbody healing approach. Despite suffering from migraines for 45 years, Chelsea managed to drastically reduce her symptoms by exploring alternative health measures and eventually embracing the Curable App's mindbody tools and other journaling techniques. Chelsea discusses the impact of her past traumas, stressors, and repressed emotions on h...
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  Ep 21. Are You Prepared for a Medical Emergency? 6 Lessons Learned the Hard Way 31.08.2025 19min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into a personal medical emergency I experienced this past week, highlighting the importance of preparedness. From the sudden onset of severe abdominal pain to navigating the emergency room, I share practical lessons and steps to be better prepared for unexpected crises, especially when living alone. 00:00 Introduction and Recent Events 01:30 Medical Emergency Unfolds 05:17 Lesson 1 - Can Someone Access You in Your Home?&...
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  Ep 20. How Hydration Supports Brain Retraining & Chronic Pain Recovery 08.08.2025 20min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore a new perspective on the often-overlooked importance of proper hydration. Going beyond the usual advice of drinking water, we delve into how consistent hydration supports the body's physiology, enhances healing in a biopsychosocial context, and helps maintain a sense of safety for the brain (aka brain retraining). The episode also provides practical tips and mindbody techniques to incorporate hydration into daily routines as a form of self-care and...
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  Ep 19. The Healing House Story: A Metaphor for Your Healing Journey 21.07.2025 25min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we delve into a unique metaphor for healing: the Healing House. Join me to discover the 3 main 'Rooms' of the Healing House that make a big difference in our healing. I'll walk you through the rooms of Education, Perceived Danger, and Perceived Safety - with it's connecting rooms called Nervous System, Emotions, and Power. You'll discover how to navigating these spaces to guide you towards symptom reduction and a sense of well-being. Whether...
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  Ep 18. Migraine Relief is Possible, What About Migraine Recovery? 13.07.2025 33min

  Send us Fan Mail In honour of Chronic Illness Recovery Day, let's talk about what recovering from migraine looks like. The discussion emphasizes the fact that recovery is unique to each of us. I talk about what recovery means to me, the importance of seeing recovery through a wider lens, The key components of recovery (including three key questions to ask yourself and Dr. Schubiner's 7 Fs to avoid). We talk about the truth behind recovery stories and finally why my new favorite ph...
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  Ep 17. Do You Have Chronic Migraine? That Depends Who You Ask — Mindbody vs. Traditional Medicine 08.07.2025 9min

  Send us Fan Mail Are your symptoms “chronic”? What does that even mean—and why does it matter? In this video, we unpack the difference between the traditional biomedical model and the mindbody (biopsychosocial) approach to defining chronic migraine. I'll breifly touch on what neuroplastic pain is, how nervous system dysregulation plays a role, and why persistence—not frequency—is the key factor for the mindbody approach. Most importantly, I'll touch on how chronic symptoms can be...
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  Ep 16. Anna's Healing Journey:"100% Imperfectly Recovered" from Chronic Migraine and Stepping into Visibility 24.06.2025 34min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Karen Ash welcomes Anna Holzman—a licensed psychotherapist, certified life coach, and expert in nervous system healing, trained in Somatic Experiencing, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and Nonviolent Communication. Over the past five years, Anna has helped hundreds of people heal from chronic pain by rewiring their nervous systems and reclaiming their innate resilience. Now, she uses those same tools to help high-level creatives and entrepreneurs melt through...
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  Ep 15. Lessons from My Extended Sick Leave: What Helped Me Heal from Burnout and Chronic Migraine 16.06.2025 33min

  Send us Fan Mail Join me as I reflect on the five-year journey since I went on sick leave due to all of the physical and cognitive effects of burnout, and other chronic pain and symptoms. In this episode, I dive deep into the lessons learned about self-awareness, what was under my perfectionism, the forms of stress I didn't recognize, and the importance of self-compassion through it all. I share personal experiences about overcoming overwhelm, recognizing the mind-body connection, and the ste...
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  Ep 14. Genetics Of Migraine: Epigenetics Tells Us - You Are Not A Prisoner Of Your Genes! 07.06.2025 13min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share how the false belief that my genetic makeup had sealed my fate deeply affected my life choices. We’re often told that migraine, depression (a common sidekick to chronic pain), and other dis-eases are due to our genetics. But decades of research in epigenetics have shown that while certain genes can be activated, they can also be silenced—essentially turned off—so symptoms can be reversed. I’m passionate about raising awareness of this, especially for...
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  Ep 13. Processing Shame: A Path to Emotional Healing that Aids the Healing of Chronic Pain & Symptoms 11.04.2025 18min

  Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Series on Emotions! In this episode, I look at an often-overlooked emotion of shame and its impact on our mental and physical well-being. I share insights from a recent coaching session that included a powerful technique called the 'Three Rs' method (Recognize, Reflect, Redirect) to reframe thoughts and beliefs. There are many similar techniques with different names, Catch-Challenge-Change being another. Discover how our perceptions (both internal and e...
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  Ep 12. Now What? 4 Tips to Begin Healing Chronic Pain & Symptoms Through the Mindbody Connection 22.01.2025 16min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I take you one step further, using what you already know from the previous episodes on mindbody connection, and giving practical steps and insights to get you started on the healing journey to alleviate chronic pain. Drawing from my personal healing journey, I share what I would do differently if I started over, emphasizing the importance of assessing if your symptoms are neuroplastic (and getting comfortable with this mindbody approach), taking contro...
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  Ep 11b. Understanding the Mind-Body Connection: How Thoughts & Emotions Affect Physical Health & Vice Versa (Part 2 of 2) 12.01.2025 36min

  Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part Two! Today, we’re diving deeper into the fascinating topic of the mindbody connection. In this episode, we explore how the mindbody connection contributes to symptoms and what cutting-edge fMRI technology reveals about how the brain processes acute (short-term) versus chronic (long-term) pain. Discover a third classification of pain, known as nociplastic or neuroplastic pain, which opens new pathways for addressing symptoms that lack a clear biome...
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  Ep 11a. Understanding the Mind-Body Connection: How Thoughts & Emotions Affect Physical Health & Vice Versa (Part 1 of 2) 06.01.2025 19min

  Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Content Series 1! Today, I'll delve into the fascinating topic of the Mindbody Connection. In Part 1, discover how mental states like worry, sadness, and anger manifest in physical symptoms. I'll explain the intertwined nature of our thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations and why recognizing this connection is crucial for overall well-being. Learn about the historical split of the mind and why this mindbody data is so important to pay attention to. In Pa...
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  Ep 10. Self-Compassion: A Powerful Healing Tool for Chronic Pain Relief and Overall Wellbeing 07.12.2024 40min

  Send us Fan Mail Join my insightful conversation with Sally Tether (a friend, and former chronic migraine sufferer) as we delve into the importance of self-compassion in the chronic pain journey and everyday life. We explore how adopting a kinder, gentler, and understanding approach toward oneself can significantly impact chronic pain and overall well-being. Most of us already have the skills needed to cultivate a strong sense of self-compassion. We do a great job being kind and compas...
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  Ep 9. Managing Holiday Stress: A Mindbody (TMS) Approach to Staying Migraine & Symptom-Free this season 26.11.2024 37min

  Send us Fan Mail Join me in this episode as we discuss the joys and challenges of the holiday season, specifically focusing on how to handle the potential stressors that may arise. We explore various strategies to anticipate and manage stress, maintain mindbody health, and prevent flare-ups of chronic pain symptoms. Learn the importance of preparation, boundary setting, self-care, and specific tools like breathing exercises and somatic tracking to help you stay regulated and enjoy this holida...
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  Ep 8. Body Scan Meditation 04.11.2024 10min

  Send us Fan Mail **** DON'T LISTEN WHILE DRIVING!! **** Regulating your nervous system and sending signals of safety to the brain are essential steps toward reducing—and even eliminating—neuroplastic symptoms like migraines. This Body Scan Meditation offers a tool to help you soothe your nervous system, practice mindfulness, and tune into the messages your body is sending. By listening regularly, you’ll deepen your body awareness, allowing you to recognize and manage signs of ten...